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860-7100-19 DTU Operation Manual
NOTICE TO ALL OPERATORS
KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT
Operators of this unit must be familiar with its principal parts and
have a thorough understanding of its controls and movements.
RESPONSIBILITY
Each operator is directly responsible for the safe operation of
the machine. Whenever there is any doubt as to safety, operator
should stop using machine until safe operation has been assured.
INSPECTION
At beginning of each shift, each operator shall test all machine
movements in all directions of travel. If an operator notices
irregularities, department supervisor shall be notied immediately.
The user shall not modify the design or conguration of the
equipment without consulting the manufacturer or his authorized
representative.
OPERATION REQUIREMENTS
• ONLY fully trained and competent personnel shall operate
unit and must read, understand and obey:
- Manufacturer’s instructions and safety rules – safety
manuals and machine labels.
- Employer’s safety rules and worksite regulations.
- Applicable government regulations.
• ALWAYS perform a pre-operation inspection, including
function tests such as checking operation of E-Stop switch
prior to operating unit.
• ALWAYS make sure everyone in immediate area is aware
unit is in operation.
• ALWAYS ensure materials are removed from path of unit prior
to operation.
• ALWAYS ensure conveyor is free from debris and garbage.
• ALWAYS ensure path is free and clear when driving. Unit
should not be driven if anyone is standing beside machine.
• ALWAYS wear proper PPE.
• ALWAYS wear tted clothing.
• ALWAYS tie back long hair.
• ALWAYS ensure conveyor belts are OFF before stepping o
platform to machine base.
• ALWAYS stop conveyor belts to allow a 2nd operator to cross
machine to operator platform.
• ALWAYS keep hands and feet inside machine area.
• ALWAYS ensure dock plate is in place before driving into
trailer.
• ALWAYS turn conveyor belts OFF before crossing operator
platform.
• ALWAYS stay 3 feet behind machine when in operation or
motion.
• NEVER step onto this machine unless you have been fully
trained and are authorized.
• NEVER step o a raised operator platform for any reason.
• NEVER rest hands or sit on belts.
• NEVER transport personnel on conveyor belts.
• NEVER wear loose clothing, rings or jewelry.
• NEVER walk across machine base when conveyor belts are
moving.
• NEVER stand on base when conveyors are in operation.
• NEVER have more than two machine operators on operator
platform.
• NEVER operate this equipment without completing daily
inspection checklist.
• NEVER operate machine if safety devices have been altered
or disabled.
• NEVER operate a potentially defective machine.
• NEVER exceed rated load capacity of unit or handle a load
for which it was not designed.
• NEVER use unit as a ground for welding.
• NEVER wash down unit. Refer to Cleaning Instructions.
• NEVER operate or store machine in damp or wet
environments.
LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURES
Follow safe Lockout/Tagout procedures. For complete procedures,
please refer to the following document.
Complete Destu-it Safety Lockout Procedures – Document
860-6000
WARNING: Disconnect ALL power before servicing.
Multiple power sources may be present. Failure to do so
may cause property damage, personal injury or death.
RESIDUAL POWER REMAINS IN BATTERIES.
WARNING: Do not disconnect the power and signal
connectors between the conveyor belts and the Destu-it
while the unit is energized. Multiple power sources may
be present. Failure to do so may cause property damage,
personal injury or death. RESIDUAL POWER REMAINS
IN BATTERIES.